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    2.9 (9 reviews)

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    Maggie C.

    Do you miss your mom's cooking sometimes? Do you want to eat KBBQ @ home? Do you want to impress your date with home cooked meal? Do you want a Korean mom? If your answer is yes for any of the above questions then Mama Shim is what you need. Located inside the Square Supermarket, Mama Shim is a nice addition to the market. Well not really an addition...it was a small counter inside the market before. They expand the section and call it "Mama Shim". Mama Shim is your own Korean mom. You can get grab & go meal (baked salmon, kalbi, bulgogi, bone marrow soup, spicy bean soup,etc), Korean side dishes (shrimp & veggie pancake, grilled macakerel, marinated squid, pan seared white fish with egg, etc) or marinated meat (kalbi, bulgogi & friends). I got marinated bulgogi and kimchi from Mama Shim. Not as good as marinated meat from K-town supermarkets but it's good enough. 3 stars!! Mama Shim is almost yummylicious!!

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    Meat Togo - Colorado lamb skewers

    Meat Togo

    4.7(105 reviews)
    3.0 mi
    •$$$

    7:30PM June 19, 2026…read more Meat To Go! Do you like barbecuing? How about just making your own fresh dishes at home? Need something to make your hot pot or barbecue special? This is the place! Just keep in mind that everything is high quality & with high quality means you are spending extra cash money $$$. This lowkey spot is facing the north bound side of las tunas close to a dominoes pizza. In between Ardmore Dr & Santa Anita St. Across from a hospital(San Gabriel Medical Center) Right next to Dumplings To Go[They have good dumplings there too]. Parking should be easy on Las Tunas but if it looks packed then you can easily go to the back between Ardmore dr & Santa Anita behind dominos and walk around to their only entrance in the front. Once inside on your right you will see all the different choices of food from cuts like A5 Japanese Wagyu to lamb skewers. They also have tofu, mushrooms, condiments and other hotpot essentials. They accept both cash and card inside. No restrooms. Just buy what you like and go. All of their quality meats are your average tastiness; food tastes better than your regular grocery stores. During summer you can find their Summer Skewer Special only on Fridays Saturdays & Sundays in the back. I between believe their hours are 3PM-8PM some times they open later like 9PM CASH ONLY for this special time. I been coming here for two years for their ribeyes by snake rivers farm and angus prime. Well now since they started their skewers cook out, I had to suggest to them(last week) to have their Wagyu skewers. bomb! They specialize is fresh meat to go. They just added wet aged wet two months ago. tender! Thank you Tim for being such a good man! Renata you are great grill master.

    Meat To Go is a great spot when you're planning a skewer night and don't want to deal with all the…read moreprep yourself. You go in, pick the raw skewers you want from their huge selection, and they pack everything fresh for you. They've got a wide variety of meats and marinades, so it's easy to mix and match and try different flavors in one meal. Everything looks fresh and well seasoned, and once you get it on the grill it gives you that legit street BBQ skewer feel at home. It's perfect for gatherings or a weekend cookout because all the hard work is already done for you. The only downside is the price. It adds up pretty quickly, especially when you start grabbing multiple skewers because there are so many good options. Definitely more of a special occasion or group meal type of place rather than an everyday buy. Still, for the quality, convenience, and the variety they offer, it's a really fun and unique spot when you're craving skewers and want something different from the usual.

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    Alexander's Prime Meats and Catering

    Alexander's Prime Meats and Catering

    4.7(178 reviews)
    4.0 mi
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    Prime rib is delicious And my son who's a chef bought some…read moreso he can make his own version ,their prime rib pre-cooked was very good! My son also said they have quite beautiful selection of high-quality ingredients there. I just happened to find the store by accident on Yelp!!! and we will be going there when we feel like having some ! So that old question where is the beef, it's in San Gabriel at Alexander's!!!

    Alexander's (in Howie's Market) has been our go-to for quality meats for the last ten years…read more Sometimes a Costco steak hits just fine, but sometimes you want that juicy, marbled American Wagyu and they have had it here without fail. It's not "fake" American wagyu that's barely prime grade either--the marbling is a perfect balance between the richness of Australian/Japanese wagyus and a regular prime. The staff here are generally friendly and very helpful, and work hard to get you what you want. The only issue I've had over the years was one of the older guys behind the counter charging us for something much more expensive than what we actually asked for, and we had to drive all the way back to get a refund. Not sure what the deal was since we ran into him when getting the refund and he seemed annoyed rather than apologetic lol. But! Aside from that, everyone's great. When they're busy, grab a number from the corner and they'll call. There's a great selection in the case of just about every type of meat including fresh seafood. Bought a slab of Icelandic cod today as well because it looked so nice. If you order a lot, they'll ring you up in the back, otherwise they'll let you bring it to the front checkout to pay.

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    Hung Phat Meat Market - Um yeah and no refund?

    Hung Phat Meat Market

    2.8(50 reviews)
    2.1 mi

    This is a small shop that is a miniature version of a larger Asian supermarket. They have the…read morestandard items as well as a small butcher and some fresh veggies as well. My mom and grandma frequent this place and love to get meat from here as they say it is usually cheaper than the larger markets. The plaza it is in is very tiny. There is ample parking as it is next to a Starbucks, so you can use their parking if needed. Typically asian owner so don't expect any amazing service. You get what you need out of this small shop.

    I have purchased Ayam Cemani (black chicken) eggs from this market three separate times, and…read moreunfortunately, every single batch had at least 1-2 eggs that appeared contaminated/spoiled. I brought the issue to the cashier/manager's attention, hoping they would take the concern seriously. Instead, I was told, essentially, "deal with it" and that there would be no refund or exchange because it was a manufacturer problem and not their responsibility. That response was extremely disappointing. As a customer, I should not have to accept potentially contaminated food, especially after experiencing the same issue repeatedly. What was even more frustrating was the rude attitude and complete lack of customer service when I tried to address the problem. I understand that suppliers and manufacturers can have quality-control issues, but how a business handles a customer's legitimate food-safety concern matters. At the very least, I expected the manager to listen, acknowledge the concern, and try to find a reasonable solution. After three separate purchases with the same issue and how rude the staffs are, I WILL NOT BE COMING BACK TO THIS MARKET AGAIN. I advise others to stir away as well!!!!

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    Mr Meats - Tomahawk with there house seasoning

    Mr Meats

    4.7(185 reviews)
    3.7 mi

    Bro this place has great queality meats. The staff is super friendly. Lots of employees hard at…read morework. If you follow them on social media you can see when they have the specials. They have great prices. The owner is a great guy he greets everyone. This is where I get my meat for the back yard carne asadas everytime. The ranchera is marinated and thin sliced

    It's Sunday means BBQ at our house, and stop at Mr. Meats. The quality of their meat is…read moreconsistently excellent, and their prepared carne asada, pollo asado, and costillas are the reason we keep coming back. Everything is fresh, flavorful, and ready for the grill, which makes entertaining family and friends so much easier. This weekend we had family visiting from out of state, and one thing they always say they miss is the authentic Mexican flavors. As soon as the meat hit the grill, everyone gathered around. The aroma alone had people asking when dinner would be ready, and after the first bite, there wasn't much talking just people going back for seconds. What really stands out about Mr. Meats is the consistency. Every visit, the prepared meats are fresh, high quality, and cook up tender and juicy with incredible flavor. You can tell they care about what they're selling, and it shows in the final product. Whether you're planning a family BBQ, a birthday, or just a relaxing Sunday cookout, Mr. Meats is a place I can confidently recommend.

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    Miao Yun Food

    Miao Yun Food

    4.8(120 reviews)
    2.4 mi

    This is my go-to spot for hot pot meat because the quality is pretty good, and it's usually a…read moredollar or two cheaper than other places. But the main thing that keeps bringing me back is the duck blood! It's the only place I know around this area that carries it. They do sometimes sell out, but most of the time it's in stock. The owner is also pretty friendly and nice to chat with when the place isn't too busy.

    For years now, this has been my go-to spot for hot pot meats and supplies; I don't bother going…read moreanywhere else anymore. Miao Yun isn't one of those flashy modern markets, it's the kind of place people recommend because the quality is consistently amazing and the owner genuinely cares. & the owner is the sweetest uncle ever! He's attentive, warm, remembers preferences, gives great recommendations, and somehow always steers me toward something good. I usually ask for fattier cuts of meat and he NEVER misses. The quality of the sliced meats here is honestly better and fresher than what I've gotten from a lot of larger Asian markets in SGV, and the pricing is better too. This is basically my one-stop shop for hot pot night. Frozen sliced meats, fish balls, condiments & sauces, noodles, etc... the store has pretty much everything you need. The selection is great and it's easy to walk out with your entire spread planned. Also worth mentioning: plenty of parking in the outdoor lot, which makes stocking up way less stressful. What keeps me coming back though isn't just the quality or pricing - it's the service. In an area with endless food options, it's rare to find a place that still feels this personal. You can tell the owner truly cares that you leave happy. One of my favorite hidden gems in SGV and a place I'll keep coming back to forever

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    Latest prices 12/25/25

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    Mama Shim - diyfood - Updated October 2026

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